1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 994 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
Model | Charmant | GS |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |